| Brotherhood and Inheritance: A Canonical Reading of the Esau and Edom Traditions Contributor(s): Anderson, Bradford A. (Author), Quick, Laura (Editor), Vayntrub, Jacqueline (Editor) |
|
 |
ISBN: 0567034739 ISBN-13: 9780567034731 Publisher: T&T Clark OUR PRICE: $217.80 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: December 2011 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Religion | Biblical Commentary - Old Testament - General - Religion | Biblical Studies - Old Testament - Prophets |
| Dewey: 222.110 |
| LCCN: 2011534164 |
| Series: Library Hebrew Bible/Old Testament Studies |
| Physical Information: 1" H x 6.2" W x 9.3" (1.23 lbs) 288 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This study offers a canonical reading of the Esau and Edom traditions, examining the portrayal of Esau and Edom in Genesis, Deuteronomy, and the prophetic material. First, it is argued that the depiction of Esau and his descendants in Genesis and Deuteronomy is, on the whole, positive. Second, it is put forward that Edom is portrayed negatively by the prophets for violating their kin, and for disrespecting the divine apportioning of the lands. Finally, it is suggested that these traditions have resonance with one another based on recurring literary and theological motifs, heuristically framed as brotherhood and inheritance. |